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Fort Atkinson, WI planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Fort Atkinson, WI (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 28, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 13, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 14, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Still time to plant

As of today, these crops can still reach harvest before Fort Atkinson, WI’s first frost (~Oct 13, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Fort Atkinson

53538

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Fort Atkinson, WI (covering 1 ZIP); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.